Shruti Kulkarni Shruti Kulkarni Asked 7 months ago

Can abilify cause hair loss?

I started taking Abilify a few months ago for my condition. Since then, my hair seems to be thinning more than usual, and I'm quite concerned. Is it possible that Abilify can cause hair loss?

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Preeti Verma Preeti Verma Joined Jul 2026 4 months ago
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Hey dear, honestly, don't stress too much! While hair loss is a pretty rare side effect of Abilify, some people do experience thoda hair thinning when they start. Try to focus on your mental health first, and maybe talk to your doc about a multivitamin.

Rahul Joshi Rahul Joshi Joined Apr 2026 6 months ago

Yes, it can sometimes cause hair fall, though it's not super common. Don't worry, your hair can definitely bounce back once your body adjusts or if the doc tweaks the dose. Keep smiling and take care of your health!

Anjali Mehta Anjali Mehta Joined Feb 2026 7 months ago

Some medications can affect your body's nutrient absorption, which might lead to hair shedding. If you are taking Abilify, make sure you are getting enough iron, zinc, and protein in your diet. But please check with your doctor before adding any heavy supplements.

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Vikram Seth Vikram Seth Joined Jul 2026 4 months ago

Oh, I completely panicked when I noticed more hair in my comb after starting this medicine! But my doctor reassured me that telogen effluvium is temporary, and my hair actually stopped shedding after a couple of months. Just give your body some time to adapt.

Neha Kapoor Neha Kapoor Joined Apr 2026 7 months ago

I overthink every single symptom, so I totally get why you are worried about this! While hair loss can happen with Abilify, it's listed as a rare side effect. Definitely bring it up with your psychiatrist so you don't keep stressing about it like I would.

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Savitri Devi Savitri Devi Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

Stress itself can cause our hair to fall out, even more than the medicine sometimes. I found that doing daily pranayama helped calm my mind when starting new treatments. Keep your mind peaceful and let your physician know about the hair fall.

Sandeep Nair Sandeep Nair Joined Jul 2026 4 months ago

At the hospital where I consult, the specialist mentioned that any major psychiatric medication can occasionally trigger temporary hair thinning. You should ask your doctor clearly about this. They might adjust the dosage or suggest a dermatologist.

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